Eight healthy items to add to your shopping list
Does your diet need a bit of a freshen up after all this time at home?
Don’t worry, it won’t cost a small fortune to get back on track. Start by
getting back to basics. Check out these eight must-have ingredients and their
benefits.
Leafy greens: High in fibre with a low GI,
leafy greens will not only help you feel fuller for longer, but will replenish
you with a wealth of vitamins, minerals and disease-fighting phytochemicals.
When it comes to dark leafy greens, you get the green light to eat as much as you
like, so get creative with smoothies, salads and even sneak them in to your
baking when you can.
Eggs: Low calorie and packed with protein,
your morning poached eggs can put you on the right track to slimming down.
Additionally, hardboiled eggs are just as convenient as a snack to tide you
over between meals. Pair with a piece of fruit and you can avoid the 3pm search
for a sugary snack.
Lean meat: Lean meats including beef,
chicken, pork and turkey contain a significant amount of protein, which is essential
for the function and regulation of your body’s tissues and organs. When
consumed in appropriate amounts, lean meats can assist in keeping you fuller
for longer, and increasing the body’s thermogenic capabilities (its ability to
burn calories).
Tuna: Just like lean meat, tuna engages the
body’s thermogenic capabilities. The body burns more calories breaking down
protein than breaking down carbohydrates and fats, meaning your protein-packed
can of tuna can give your overall calorie burn a good boost.
Beans: High in fibre and slow to digest,
beans are your meat-free protein fix. Beans help to keep your energy and blood
levels stable, meaning you’re less likely to reach for a sugary treat to help
you through the afternoon.
Oats: Thanks to its high fibre and healthy
carb content, oats are a great option for those trying to lose weight. Whether
you’re opting for steel-cut or instant, keep them unflavoured. Flavoured oats
can pack a heap of sugar, leading to unnecessary empty calorie consumption.
Capsicum: Containing capsaicin, which has
been shown to have metabolism boosting properties, capsicum is renowned for
adding a little kick to your usual cook up. Spice things up by adding capsicum,
jalapenos, or any other kind of pepper to your grocery list.
Berries: In a similar manner to capsaicin,
raspberries contain a natural substance called ketones, which have been found
to prevent an increase in overall body fat and visceral fat (the kind that can
lead to heart disease, type 2 diabetes and certain cancers).
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